I am a University of Texas at Austin class of 2024 undergraduate majoring in mechanical engineering and minoring in business, with a specialty track in robotics and mechatronics. My experience includes full-cycle design, integration and quality testing of mechancial systems, specifically for transportation and aeronautics applications. My primary interest lies in using computation, simulation and visualization of 3D design software to solve challenges in the manufacturing systems industry.
Currently, I'm seeking a full time mechanical engineering/robotics and intelligent systems internship position in Austin or Houston (TX). If you think I'm a good fit, please contact me via dillon.ding@utexas.edu.
I am an independent teamworker strong in research and product design. My areas of expertise are robotics, embedded systems, and prototyping. I enjoy combining software and hardware for developing robotic systems along with developing software for various applications. Below are highlights of my technical skills:
Here are my work experiences and education.
Current
Prospective materials science engineer working to synthesize nanomaterials and analyze 2D crystals to develop real world applications for nanoscale electronics and opto-electronic devices. Chemical vapour deposition growth of 2D materials. Interfacing with quantum dots and molecular systems.
Current
Leading research and development project involving YBa2Cu3O7 high temperature superconductors cooled by liquid nitrogen to generate pod levitation over specially arranged permanent magnets. Incorporate use of active magnetic levitation and Halbach array design into scaled pod prototype.
July 2021 - August 2021
Worked directly with aspiring engineering students to create 3D objects with Autodesk Fusion 360. Created daily thoughtful and engaging unit and lesson plans. Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through engaging discussions and projects, increased overall student productivity by 46%.
August 2020 - May 2024
Cumulative GPA: 3.8
Current Engineering Ambassador for Cockrell. Former floor representative for Jester East Residence Hall, former film producer volunteer for World of Engineering.
March 2010 - March 2016
Graduated with Summa Cum Laude.
August 2021 - Present
Collaborate with B*Tru Arts to introduce and incorporate VR technology in visual arts classrooms for underprivileged elementary students
August 2021 - Present
Develop startup fundraising campaign for inventing physical product patents to launch on Kickstarter. Collaborate with fellow entrepreneurs to market product launches and measure customer reception.
Using the Form feature in Fusion 360 to shape 3D geometry into desired shape. Included features are extrusion, modify form, and select materials. This project was assigned to my students.
Fusion 360This is an Ansys Maxwell simuation of 5 1 inch neodynium magnets lined up with 1 inch spacing. Here I am testing the magnitude of the magnetic field strength produced as well as the magnetic flux density on the surface. By creating a plot, I can analyze these two values as a function of vertical height to test the optimal height for the hyperloop pod to levitate safely and efficiently. Ansys Maxwell, mangetic levitation, halbach array, B and H vector field
Created own personal website with JS/CSS/HTML for showing skills and resume. I tweaked the Kard platform from Styleshout a little to fit my desires.
Web Design, branding, front-end development, javascript, css, htmlWorked with a team to prototype a working model of a laptop stand that reduces eyestrain. Our team won 3rd overall in a make-a-thon compeition. Our work consisted of 2D drafting, CAD designing, laser cutting, and 3D printing. By using an Arduino Uno and ultrasonic sensor, we programmed our prototype to track the user's head position and make linear adjustments accordingly in order to reach optimal viewing distance from the laptop screen.
Full-cycle design, prototyping, blueprints, competitionUsed Solidworks to CAD a toy car drivetrain gear shield made of ABS plastic as part of my ME302 end-of-semester design project, which involved reverse engineering a toy car drivetrain. I also did an FEA analysis to study the stress on the thin areas around the holes, stresses that were exerted by the force from the car axles.
CAD, Solidworks, FEAIn my time at Texas Guadaloop, we are currently conducting a research project centered around superconducting levitation achieved by freezing superconductors to a critical temperature with liquid nitrogen in order for the superconductors to expel magnetic fields. I have created this design as a way to store the liquid nitrogen and keep it insulated. The superconductor will be placed inside the 3D printed plastic box.
Superconductors, magnetic levitation, Autodesk Fusion 360, 3D PrintingSummary of my leadership & extracurricular activities
Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate Advisory Board• January 2022 - Present
Organized prospective faculty interviews
Designed feedback surveys for Cockrell students
Planned future createathon competition and host info sessions for interested students
Hosted and advertised Gratitude Week event
Cockrell School of Engineering• August 2021 - Present
Led tours of the Engineering Education and Research Center for prospective UT students
Publicized the organization's activity, accomplished goal of increasing prospective student interest in the Cockrell engineering program.
Participated in K-12 outreach activities
Let me get to know more about you.
2111 Rio Grande St
Austin, TX
78705 US
dillon.ding@utexas.edu